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Together for the Mountain Community

Service, Partnership, and Shared Experiences. The Commitments That Make Crystal Special.

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Winter Stoke Block Party Real

Together for the Mountain Community

Service, Partnership, and Shared Experiences. The Commitments That Make Crystal Special.

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Community Matters

Crystal Mountain Resort is dedicated to providing an exceptional mountain experience while preserving our environment and the well-being of our local communities. Guided by real impacts and direct action, read more about how Crystal Mountain honors place and community.

"Crystal Mountain’s Military Appreciation Days have given Mission Outdoors the chance to bring active-duty families together for life-changing days of skiing and snowboarding, fostering healing and connection. We’re incredibly grateful for Crystal Mountain’s partnership in creating these meaningful outdoor experiences."

- Ryan Elwell, Mission Outdoors

"This past weekend, we hosted our second Crystal Shred-It Sisters x She Jumps women's meetup of the season. We had 85 people register. Not only is this the largest event the Shred-It Sisters has done to date, but it is the largest She Jumps event in our ENTIRE West Coast region (CA, OR, WA) since July! Thank you for your continued support of these meetups.”

- Chelsea Wilde, Shred It Sisters Crystal Mountain Lead.

"I am extremely grateful for Crystal Mountain’s commitment to our community and their genuine investment in Enumclaw. With the creation and growth of the Winter Stoke Block Party, which has surpassed all of our expectations, our collaboration continues to expand and develop in all the best ways. We are excited for the many opportunities ahead as we deepen this work together."

-Kerry Solmonsen, Enumclaw Chamber of Commerce Executive Director
Bikini Downhill

image credit Crowds turn out for Crystal’s wildest spring tradition, The Bikini Downhill, raising funds for the Crystal/Greenwater Fire Department.

Avy Dog

image credit Crystal patrollers highlight a day in the life of an avalanche dog during one of our Avy Dog Days event, and share info about the non-profit Cascade Mountain Rescue Dogs.

Junior Avy

image credit Young participants connect with veteran patrollers and their avalanche dogs while building essential mountain‑safety skills.

Nachtspektakel

image credit Uphillers light up the mountain during our yearly Nachtspektakel event, with raffle proceeds benefiting the Northwest Avalanche Center.

Pond Skim

image credit Spectators line the course to catch the chaos and creativity at our annual Pond Skim, with all registration fees supporting the Crystal Volunteer Ski Patrol.

Bikini Downhill

image credit Crowds turn out for Crystal’s wildest spring tradition, The Bikini Downhill, raising funds for the Crystal/Greenwater Fire Department.

Avy Dog

image credit Crystal patrollers highlight a day in the life of an avalanche dog during one of our Avy Dog Days event, and share info about the non-profit Cascade Mountain Rescue Dogs.

Junior Avy

image credit Young participants connect with veteran patrollers and their avalanche dogs while building essential mountain‑safety skills.

Nachtspektakel

image credit Uphillers light up the mountain during our yearly Nachtspektakel event, with raffle proceeds benefiting the Northwest Avalanche Center.

Pond Skim

image credit Spectators line the course to catch the chaos and creativity at our annual Pond Skim, with all registration fees supporting the Crystal Volunteer Ski Patrol.

    • Partnering with Purpose: Nonprofit Network
      Cascade Mountain Rescue Dogs Logo
      Cascade Mountain Rescue Dogs Logo
      Cascade Mountain Rescue Dogs
      CMRD supports the training and care of rescue dogs to ensure they are ready to respond to avalanches anywhere in Washington State.
      CMAC
      CMAC
      Crystal Mountain Alpine Club (CMAC)
      Crystal Mountain Alpine Club (CMAC), a long-standing nonprofit ski racing organization founded in 1963, helps athletes build strong skiing fundamentals, confidence, and character through structured coaching and purposeful time on the mountain.

      CMAC’s programs are fun, rewarding, and develop skills across many ages and levels, from early-stage racers to junior and masters athletes, with an emphasis on growth that goes beyond the sport. In collaboration with Crystal Mountain, CMAC also hosts races that strengthen the local ski community and create meaningful opportunities for athletes and families to participate, learn, and contribute.
      Greenwater Fire
      Greenwater Fire
      Crystal Mountain Fire Department
      The primary duty of the Pierce County Fire District 25 Crystal Mountain Station is to protect life and property from fire accidents. Further, Pierce County Fire District 25 Crystal Mountain Station provides emergency response to distress calls from Pierce County community members.
      Ski Patrol Logo
      Ski Patrol Logo
      Crystal Mountain Volunteer Ski Patrol
      Crystal Mountain Volunteer Ski Patrol is a dedicated community of volunteers who help support a safe, welcoming, and informed experience on the mountain. From guest assistance and on-hill guidance to safety-focused support across Crystal’s terrain, these teams play an important role in creating the kind of experience we all come here for.
      Enumclaw Chamber
      Enumclaw Chamber
      Enumclaw Chamber of Commerce
      - The Enumclaw Chamber of Commerce believes in the success of our members. That means investing time, influence, and marketing to promote and engage with our members. Building a strong, membership-driven organization will drive the prosperity of our region. Our connections to our community and each other will drive this economic engine.

      - Leadership for our Community:

      - Prosperity for our Region: A thriving local economy creates a thriving local community. We are relentless in our "shop-local", "support-local" commitment, bringing prosperity to our members and the surrounding area.
      Mission Outdoors Logo
      Mission Outdoors Logo
      Mission Outdoors

      Mission Outdoors believes hope grows outdoors. On the water. On a hunt. On the slopes. On a trail. But we’re about more than just fishing and hunting — those are on the gateway. We’re about connecting, building relationships, and trust with our veterans, helping them get engaged in their community, discover the immense value of their lives, and see that there is hope.
      NWAC US Forest Service
      NWAC US Forest Service
      Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC)
      The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) exists to increase avalanche awareness, reduce avalanche impacts, and equip the community with mountain weather and avalanche forecasts, education, and data.
      Rainier Foothills Wellness
      Rainier Foothills Wellness
      Rainier Foothills Wellness Foundation
      Since 1982, our volunteer board of community members has worked in partnership with caring individuals, community groups, business leaders, and generous donors to raise more than $5 million to support the programs that make the Foothills Communities healthy and safe havens to live, work, and play.

      RFWF carries out its mission through community-wide core initiatives, including the Care Van and Neighbors Feeding Neighbors; initiatives designed to meet emerging needs, including mental health and integrated student supports; mini-grants to other organizations that align with our mission; and by providing meaningful opportunities for caring citizens to serve and financially invest in their community.
      ShareWinter Foundation
      ShareWinter Foundation
      Share Winter Foundation
      Skiing and snowboarding have always been powerful. But for too long, participation has depended on race, zip code, or wealth. Share Winter Foundation is changing that. We fund youth-focused programs that get kids on snow — and we raise expectations for what real inclusion in winter sports can look like. We believe access to joy is essential. So is visibility. So is scale.
      She Jumps Logo
      She Jumps Logo
      ShEJUMPS
      Partnering with nature, SheJumps creates educational outdoor experiences for girls and women that nurture growth and transformation.
    • Cultivating Community Through Programs and Fundraising
      Programs that make a Difference

      Annual Fundraising Events


      Winter Stoke Block Party:
      The largest pre-season stoke party in Washington is now in its fourth year. The WSBP brings together thousands of skiers and riders from the Crystal community to downtown Enumclaw. This event directly raises donations for Mission Outdoors, Enumclaw Chamber of Commerce, and the Rainier Foothills Wellness Foundation.

      Get The Girls Out:
      In partnership with SheJumps, Crystal Mountain hosts the nationwide event, Get the Girls Out,once a year and aims to unite women as they support, challenge, mentor, and inspire each other in the outdoor sports world.

      Junior Ski Patrol:
      The Junior Ski Patrol event brings young girls to the mountain, where they will learn about mountain safety and first aid while working with the strong members of the ski patrol community. This event is structured as a full-day camp experience for those who identify as female.

      Calling Women Into Ski Patrol:
      Personalized female mentorship. Shared knowledge and understanding. Above all, an experience that brings us together with energy and love for our natural places. Calling Women Into Ski Patrol fosters women’s inclusion and our vital roles in ski patrolling.

      Nachtspektakel:
      Nachspektakel, a fundraising event for the Northwest Avalanche Center has been going strong for over five years, bringing the uphill and backcountry community onto the mountain for a special night under the stars. Raffle proceeds directly support the Northwest Avalanche Center.

      Bikini Downhill:
      Coming into nearly 11 years of the annual Bikini Downhill, this highly energetic downhill race has become a classic at Crystal, and all registration proceeds go directly to the Crystal Mountain Fire Dept.

      Pond Skim:
      A crowd favorite and ski culture classic: the Pond Skim event draws thousands, and registration fees go directly to the Crystal Mountain volunteer patrol.

      Enumclaw Learn to Ski:
      Continuing into its second year, the Enumclaw Learn to Ski Program brings local middle-schoolers new to the winter sports to the mountain and provides lessons, rentals, and transport, in partnership with the school district and supported by the Crystal Founders Club.

      Military Appreciation Weekend:
      During Military Appreciation Weekend, we welcome active and retired military members to the mountain in support of Mission Outdoors, which raises money through raffles, engagement, and discounted lift tickets.

      Share Winter:
      For over four years, Crystal Mountain’s partnership with the Share Winter Foundation and the Muckleshoot Indian Tribe has empowered the next generation of youth on the slopes, building strength, resilience, and connection with the mountains through this multi-week program hosted by Crystal Ski and Ride School.

      Avy Dog Days + Ruff weekend:
      We host several Avy Dog Days throughout winter, where Crystal Patrollers speak about what avalanche dogs do at the mountain. During the summer at Ruff Weekend, experts lead dog-forward activities for three days as guests soak in the summer fun with their furry family. Check out our special merchandise at Crystal Mountain Outfitters that supports the non-profit Cascade Mountain Rescue Dogs.
    • Volunteer and Engagement Opportunities
      Be Part of Something Bigger

      Crystal Stoke Patrol
      Volunteer with our Events crew to become a bigger part of the Crystal community and help produce all our incredible events throughout the year.


      Military Appreciation Days

      Help engage and foster relationships with both our active and retired military community and their families on select days throughout the season.

      Military Appreciation Days

      MtN Pride in the pow

      Volunteer to help produce our yearly MTN Pride in the Pow event and help create an inclusive environment for all on the mountain.

      Mountain Clean Up
      Every summer, we host a mountain cleanup day, powered by volunteers, with giveaways, lunch, and great community vibes. Keep an eye on our Events Calendar for the upcoming date.

      For donation eligibility guidelines, see our online form for nonprofit sponsorship or donation requests.


      Access for All: Discounted and Sponsored Activities

      Paths to Powder
      • Seasonal Special Offers, Including Discounts for Military, First Responders, Teachers, and Medical Workers:
        • We’re proud to offer 20% off Midweek Lift Tickets for Military, First Responders, Teachers, and nurses. Save 20% on up to 2 midweek tickets, which must be purchased and validated online.
      • Discounted Lift Tickets:
        • We offer discount programs for schools, veterans, and nonprofits through Crystal Mountain Sales and Partnerships. Discount Programs
      • $62 Tuesday:
        • In honor of our founding year, 1962, we’re excited to offer $62 day tickets again on the 2nd and now 4th Tuesday of the month throughout the winter season. Take advantage of the most affordable access to the mountain.
      • Kids Ski Free:
        • Several times a year, we offer Kids Ski Free weeks on the mountain. Building a love for winter sports in younger generations is important to us. These weeks are a great time to introduce skiing and riding and get the entire family on the hill.
    • Protecting Our Mountain
      Lake at Crystal Mountain in the summer
      Lake at Crystal Mountain in the summer
      WHAT ECO-RESPONSIBILITY MEANS TO US
      Crystal Mountain operates in a fragile alpine environment. Protecting it requires practical, measurable action. Our sustainability efforts focus on reducing impact and caring for the mountain so it remains a place people can enjoy year-round, now and in the future. Below are the initiatives behind that work and the results they deliver.

      Climate Advocacy and Education
      America is All In is a commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by at least 50% by 2030. This agreement is the “most expansive coalition of leaders ever assembled in support of climate action in the United States”; coming from thousands of U.S cities, states, tribal nations, businesses, schools, and institutions of faith, health, and culture. Alterra Mountain Company and the State of Washington have also signed this agreement.
      Crystal Mountain and Enumclaw High School are partnering to offer a climate focused experiential education program. Agriculture students at EHS study climate science and the ways the climate crisis impacts the Enumclaw area. Then students work to measure and reduce emissions from an institution in their community while also learning to advocate for smart climate policies.
      Crystal Mountain is part of the Climate Challenge program sponsored by the National Ski Area Association (NSAA, our industry trade association). We have also signed on to the NSAA’s Sustainable Slopes charter and are committed to acting on climate change.

      Climate Challengers commit to taking five steps each year:
      1. Measuring our carbon emissions.
      2. Setting emission reduction goals.
      3. Implementing at least one emissions reduction project annually.
      4. Conducting political advocacy in support of climate policy.
      5. Reporting our emissions and progress annually.

      Stay tuned for our sustainability updates.
      Crystal Mountain is partnering with Protect Our Winters (POW) to save skiing and riding. POW is the non-profit for winter sports enthusiasts focusing on political advocacy and education to solve climate change. We are proud to support them! Visit their website to learn about all the important work they are doing.
      Utilities in Washington State must now produce all their electricity from clean sources by 2045! As a large electricity user and a business that relies on snow, we love to see our state government and utility companies working to ensure the future of our business. Washington Clean Energy Bill 5116


      Emissions Reductions
      Crystal Mountain has partnered with a luxury coach provider named Starline to introduce the Crystal Mountain Express. We also created a dedicated preferred priority parking for carpooling guests with 4+ people in their car. Plus, carpoolers get free parking! Our goal is to reduce traffic on the road and provide you with a VIP experience. With the Crystal Mountain Express, we give you that luxury coach experience to the mountain while you sit back and relax. No need to fuss with parking in your future as the Crystal Mountain Express drops you off right up front. These new transportation offerings are part of the next steps in our continued efforts to create a sustainable transportation model.
      Electric vehicle drivers, you can now charge your car on the mountain! As you drive up the Crystal Mountain Boulevard, you will find 8 new universal charging stations located on the left-hand side just past upper C lot. Each charging station is a level 2 Flo CoRe+ and has the capacity for two vehicles to be plugged in at one time, with a charging range of 1.2kW to 7.2kW. These chargers are free of cost and easy to use; encouraging electric vehicle drivers and other environmental methods of transportation as we continue our efforts to lower our carbon footprint.
      Crystal Mountain was the first ski area in North America to take delivery of not one, but two 600E+ diesel/electric snow groomers. The PistenBully 600E+ is powdered by a diesel electric drive that boasts significantly lower ecological impacts than standard snowcats. The 600E+ uses a diesel engine to drive two electric generators, which, in turn, power electric motors that turn the tracks and snow tiller that provides a high quality groom for skiers and snowboarders. Overall the technology reduces CO₂ greenhouse gas and NOX emissions by 20%. When traveling downhill the engine idles and the electric energy created from the braking effect of the electric motors is used to power the snow tiller. The machine operates at lower RPMs and is therefore significantly quieter than standard groomers.



      Reducing Waste
      When food waste ends up in the landfill, microbes break it down without oxygen, releasing methane, a potent greenhouse gas. Composting in an aerobic environment minimizes this methane release, which is good news for the climate. Composting allows us to reuse the nutrients from our food waste. This summer, we are expected to receive a composting machine from BioCoTech Americas, an on-site composting technology that will allow us to develop a “full circle” waste solution. All organic waste that we produce on-mountain will be placed in the composting machine and turned into fertilizer. Four community farms based in Seattle will use the compost we produce as fertilizer for their crops, which we will then purchase for use on-mountain.
      We’ve also ditched plastic straws and moved to multi-use tableware, biodegradable to-go boxes and paper bags mountain-wide, in retail and restaurants. Instead of plastic straws, we are now serving drinks with the option to use a paper straw that will biodegrade and have less impact on our environment.
      In 2013, Crystal Mountain Resort stopped selling single-use plastic bottles. As a result, we are preventing single-use plastic water bottles from ending up in landfills and the ocean. Plastic bottle production uses over 17 million gallons of oil each year, wasting enough electricity to power over 190,000 homes. We encourage you to carry a reusable water bottle with you that can be refilled for free with fresh mountain waterat any of the refill stations around Crystal.

      Our Sustainability Team has spent countless hours and dedication to hand-sorting waste, producing impressive results and significantly reducing the amount of trash that ends up in landfills. This process involves carefully separating different types of materials such as plastics, metals, paper, and food scraps from the general waste stream so they can be recycled or disposed of in a more environmentally friendly way. By taking this approach, our sustainability team is currently able to divert 63% of waste away from landfills, helping to conserve valuable resources and reduce the amount of greenhouse gases that are released into the atmosphere.
      Recycling lowers carbon emissions by lowering new resource extraction and production. Removing recycling and compost from our trash stream also keeps our landfills smaller. For years, all departments at Crystal Mountain have participated in the collection and processing of cardboard, which is transported to a Pierce County recycling facility. We also recycle aluminum, glass, hard plastics, water bottles, 5-gallon buckets, metal, and tires that come off the chair lifts at the end of their life span. We are excited to continue broadening our recycling program on-mountain.


      DIGITAL TRAIL MAPS

      We have stopped printing physical trail maps to eliminate the amount of waste we produce and the resources we use. We encourage guests to utilize our mobile app for any trail map needs.
      In 2021, Crystal introduced TerraCycle to the mountain. The company, TerraCycle, started in 2001 and works to develop global solutions for recycling waste that is not typically curbside recyclable. We have TerraCycle bins located in each of our lodges where we encourage guests to recycle their chip bags, cookie & candy wrappers, and hand warmers. These wrappers are then shipped to TerraCycle for repurposing and recycling. We currently have four Adirondack chairs on the mountain that are made from old snack wrappers. This upcoming winter, we will have a couple of different types of TerraCycle boxes including a rubber glove box and a packaging waste box. All rubber gloves used in kitchens and maintenance shops will be put into their own containers and recycled into furniture, along with Food & Beverage and retail packaging. We are also going out of our way to reduce the amount of packaging we receive from retailers and are working towards packaging items with string or hemp. Thanks to the help from our guests to properly dispose of waste and the TerraCycle program, we can save mountains of waste from landfills.

      Ecosystem Protection
      In partnership with the Mt. Baker Snoqualmie National Forest and Mount Rainier National Parks, Crystal Mountain is moving toward an ever-growing level of stewardship that will protect and enhance these valuable and sensitive public lands for generations to enjoy.
      When upgrading the old Green Valley chairlift to a high speed Doppelmayr Quad, the base area terminal was relocated out of a marshy area to a less sensitive, drier area.
      Crystal Mountain strives to preserve fish habitat and a healthy stream ecosystem through the management of the Silver Creek watershed and maintenance of the sewage treatment facility. Staff members work on a year-round basis to ensure the proper amount and conditions of water quality that runs through the permit area is up to Washington State standards. In 1997 Crystal Mountain received the Silver Eagle Award for excellence in Fish and Wildlife Habitat Protection.

      Crystal’s runoff settlement ponds protect Silver Creek from sediment and pollution running off our parking lots. We installed these ponds in summer 2018.

      The all new state-of-the-art wastewater treatment plant was completed summer of 2013. This facility replaces a 1965 treatment plant. The treated water is discharged to drain fields. Water quality is increased to meet standards set for today and into the future. At a cost of $2.5 million, Crystal is making a major investment in the best infrastructure.

      Crystal Mountain fully implemented a liquid deicing program for Crystal Mountain Boulevard. The process included applying the deicing liquid (calcium chloride) and reducing the use of salt brine sand on the boulevard and parking lots to less than 20 yards from a potential 7,000 yards. This environmentally sensitive program dramatically curtailed the effects on stream sedimentation. The reduction of snow and ice buildup on the boulevard has also drastically reduced the number of vehicle accidents


      One of the program’s primary goals is to maintain the maximum forest cover that is compatible with safe skiing and snowboarding. Operating plans and training manuals emphasize the protection of trees from the possibility of mechanical damage by snow grooming equipment and other machinery.

      When it is necessary for ground disruption such as re-contouring, Crystal Mountain crews immediately mulch and seed, with Forest Service approved sterile grass seed mixes to protect against short-term soil erosion. These efforts take place each year along with native seed collection and area management of roads and guidance of all erosion areas. Over a period of a few years native grass seeds and plants re-enter these sites. Transplanting of native plants is also done in specific areas of the mountain.


      Sustainable Slopes

    • Community Impact Report

      Our Impact by the Numbers

      Community Impact Snapshot

      August through July year-over-year highlights.

      Donations may include ski lift tickets, scenic gondola tickets, ski passes, Crystal Mountain logo merchandise, gift cards, and more, and will be provided to community partners and non-profit organizations.


      August 2024 through July 2025

      Total Donation Value: $743,344

      Donations may include ski lift tickets, scenic gondola tickets, ski passes, Crystal Mountain logo merchandise, gift cards, etc. to non-profit organizations via public donation requests and internal Crystal Mountain efforts.

      Skier Visits Donated: 1,017
      Lift access donated to community partners and non-profit organizations.


      Funds Raised with Crystal Support: $157,740
      Funds raised by non-profit organizations through Crystal Mountain events & raffles.

      Notable Efforts:

      Mission Outdoors Stoke Block Party Raffle
      $11,990

      NWAC Raffle at Nachtspektakel
      $2,870

      NWAC REX Chairlift Silent Auction
      $116,700

      Crystal Mountain Volunteer Ski Patrol Pond Skim
      $8,614

      Crystal Mountain and Greenwater Fire Department Bikini Downhill
      $6,768

      Enumclaw Learn to Ski Program Support
      $6,855



      August 2023 through July 2024

      Total Donation Value: $369,074

      Donations may include ski lift tickets, scenic gondola tickets, ski passes, Crystal Mountain logo merchandise, gift cards, etc. to non-profit organizations via public donation requests and internal Crystal Mountain efforts.

      Skier Visits Donated: 1,982
      Lift access donated to community partners and non-profit organizations.


      Funds Raised with Crystal Support: $25,130
      Funds raised by non-profit organizations through Crystal Mountain events & raffles.

      Notable Efforts:

      Mission Outdoors Stoke Block Party Raffle
      $7,595

      NWAC Raffle at Nachtspektakel
      $2,300

      Crystal Mountain Volunteer Ski Patrol Pond Skim
      $5,601

      Crystal Mountain and Greenwater Fire Department Bikini Downhill
      $455

      SheJumps Events at Crystal Mountain
      $4,979



      Alterra Mountain Company Forward Stance Impact Report

      In addition, Alterra Mountain Company releases its annual Forward Stance Impact Report every spring, championing its ongoing commitment to Social Responsibility. Organizing around four key pillars – People, Planet, Community, and Responsibility – the Forward Stance platform is designed to support the company’s employees, communities, and partners across its portfolio of North American mountain destinations.

      See the Report here: Forward Stance 2024 Annual Impact Report

      Read more on Alterra Mountain Company’s Corporate Responsibility: Corporate Responsibility | Alterra Mountain Company

      Downloadable PDF: Annual Community Report – Alterra Forward Stance Report

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